Certificate II in Cookery
Course Code: SIT20421
- Duration: 36 weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
Indie College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means that qualifications or statements of attainments issued by Indie College are recognised Australia wide.
What is VET in Schools?
Indie College has a partnership with Indie School to deliver Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS). VETiS offers the opportunity for students to work towards achieving a nationally recognised qualification and develop practical skills related to industry, focusing on valuable employability skills, life skills and teamwork. VETiS can contribute towards the completion of the Student’s Secondary Schooling Certificate. All training is delivered by industry experienced Trainer and Assessors, referred to as Coaches.
overview
Certificate II in Cookery
Course Code: SIT20421
A nationally accredited qualification for those interested in learning the technical skills to enter the cookery or hospitality industries. Training is conducted in simulated training kitchen environment.
Skills covered include:
- Skills in food hygiene
- Keeping kitchen premises and equipment clean
- Learn how to prepare a range of food and menu items
- Working in a team environment
This qualification offers:
- Credits that contribute to Secondary School certificate
- A nationally accredited qualification at Certificate II level
- A pathway towards further study in cookery and hospitality
- Confidence and competence to work in a commercial kitchen environment
- Experience working in a simulated environment with real time service periods and customers
- Skills to apply safe food handling practices
units of study
Core Units
- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
- SITHCCC027 Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery*
- SITHCCC023 Use food preparation equipment*
- SITHCCC034 Work effectively in a commercial kitchen*
- SITHKOP009 Clean kitchen premises and equipment*
- SITXINV006 Receive, store and maintain stock*
- SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices
Elective Units
- SITHCCC024 Prepare and present simple dishes*
- SITHCCC025 Prepare and present sandwiches*
- SITHCCC028 Prepare appetisers and salads*
- SITHCCC030 Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes*
- SITXCCS011 Interact with customers
- SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
Units of study: The qualification is made up of a combination of core and elective units. To achieve this qualification, thirteen (13) units must be successfully completed, which includes seven (7) core units and six (6) elective units. Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites.
potential employment pathways
Potential employment pathways
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- Catering operations
- Clubs and pubs
- Cafes and coffee shops
- Institutions such as aged care facilities, hospitals, prisons, and schools
Further study options
SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality
SIT30821 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Course content will be delivered over 36 weeks.
One on one or small group sessions, mixed mode delivery with a self-paced component is the preferred delivery method in order to address the varying learning needs, educational backgrounds, preferred learning styles and constraints of the individual learners in order to build confidence and reengage back into learning.
These sessions are then designed to lead into larger group work. Larger group options are available depending on the learning needs of the individuals.
Training sessions are held on-site at your local Indie College, or at other agreed locations, such as libraries or community centres. Refer to our Contact page for a list of Indie College sites.
There are a variety of assessment methods used to demonstrate your competence in this qualification they include:
Written questions
Product based methods
Portfolio
Oral questioning
Direct observation
Each site has a team of Coaches who are qualified Trainer and Assessors. You will be assigned a Coach who will support and help you on your learning journey.
Indie College is a program of Indie Education RTO code 3732
Indie College offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
If a student believes that they can demonstrate and have the knowledge or have documentary evidence of prior learning of the competencies of the course in which they are planning on enrolling in, they may make application for RPL
RPL Process
If you wish to apply for recognition of prior learning you should:
Ask the Indie College for the RPL Assessment Tool Kit
Compile a portfolio of evidence to support the RPL
Submit the Assessment Tool Kit and portfolio of evidence to Indie College for assessing
Assessment of your evidence will take place by the trainer and you will receive written notification of the outcome. If found ‘not yet competent’ you may be asked to provide additional documentation to support your application and again you will be notified of the result.
